Med Surg RN Charge Nights

Now Hiring: Med/Surg Charge RN Nights - Poplar Bluff, MO

$20k Sign-On Bonus!

Why You'll Love It Here

Supportive leadership, a collaborative care team, and an environment where your voice is heard.

Why You'll Love This Role

Comprehensive Health Coverage - Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family, effective the first day of the month following your start date.

Future Security - 401(k) with employer matching to support your long-term financial goals.

Student Loan Support - Student loan repayment assistance to help reduce your financial burden.

Educational Assistance - Tuition reimbursement because we invest in your continued growth and development.

Time Away - Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays to rest, recharge, and maintain work-life balance.

Protection & Wellness - Life and disability insurance, wellness resources, and access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Competitive Pay - Compensation designed to reward your expertise, experience, and dedication.

National Certification Differential - Earn more for your expertise with additional compensation for nationally certified professionals, recognizing advanced skills and commitment to excellence.

Company-Paid Certification Renewals - BLS, ACLS, and PALS renewals are fully covered, allowing you to maintain your credentials at no cost while focusing on delivering exceptional care.

Compensation:

Shift Differentials: May vary by schedule. (We encourage candidates to inquire!)

What We're Looking For - Med/Surg Charge RN Nights

If the following describes you, you're a perfect fit:

Job Summary

The RN Charge oversees the operations of a nursing unit during assigned shifts, ensuring effective and efficient delivery of high-quality patient care. This role supervises nursing staff, coordinates care with healthcare teams, and maintains compliance with healthcare regulations and hospital policies while fostering a positive work environment and promoting professional development.

Essential Functions

• Supervises and supports nursing and support staff, delegating tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel.
• Evaluates staff performance, providing feedback and coaching to maintain high standards of care.
• Oversees the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care, ensuring patient care plans are followed and adjusted as needed.
• Collaborates with healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and resolve issues related to patient flow or care delivery.
• Ensures effective communication among physicians, patients, families, and hospital departments, including managing shift handoffs and unit huddles.
• Monitors patient flow, manages bed assignments, and optimizes resource utilization within the unit.
• Conducts employee and patient rounding to evaluate care delivery and satisfaction.
• Monitors adherence to safety standards, infection control protocols, and hospital policies, addressing non-compliance promptly.
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives and audits to enhance patient outcomes and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.
• Ensures necessary medical supplies are available and properly utilized while maintaining cost-effective resource management.
• Facilitates ongoing education and professional development for nursing staff and ensures training needs are met.
• Leads efforts in infection prevention by conducting audits, educating staff, and ensuring adherence to protocols for hand hygiene, sterilization, and use of PPE.
• Responds to emergencies within the unit, providing leadership and direct care as necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of clinical nursing experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong clinical knowledge and ability to oversee complex patient care.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to coordinate with interdisciplinary teams.
• Leadership and mentoring skills to manage staff and promote a positive work environment.
• Ability to assess, prioritize, and manage multiple patients and tasks.
• Proficiency in using hospital information systems and clinical documentation tools.
• Knowledge of infection control protocols, safety standards, and quality improvement practices.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills for addressing unit challenges and emergencies.

Licenses and Certifications

• RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required
• BLS - Basic Life Support required
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred